Tragedy struck the town of Rylsk in Russia's Kursk region as a missile attack claimed the lives of six people and left ten others injured on Friday. 😢
According to acting governor Alexander Khinshtein, Ukraine launched a large-scale missile assault on Rylsk earlier that day. The attack has escalated tensions in the region, with continuous strikes hampering rescue efforts. 🚒
\"Rescuers, firefighters, and emergency services are working at the scene,\" Khinshtein stated on Telegram. \"However, their efforts are disrupted by ongoing strikes from Ukrainian forces.\"
The governor added that several U.S. HIMARS missiles were shot down by air defense forces. The situation remains volatile, and authorities are urging residents to stay safe. 🛡️
This incident marks a significant escalation and highlights the urgent need for de-escalation and peace in the region. 🙏
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Six killed in Ukrainian missile attack on Russia's Kursk region
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